The 'Portfolio Career' Self Test - or Am I Someone Who Would Love to Have One?

For best results, score every statement. A "1" would indicate not true at all; a "3" would be neutral; and a "5" very true. As a "thank you" for taking the test, Chris will be sending you a complimentary copy of her eclectic, bi-weekly e-newsletter, Portfolio Potpourri. Enjoy!

Having flexibility is one of my top values.

Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True

I enjoy working on several different tasks/projects at the same time.

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Having stability is not one of my top values.

Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True

I am a risk taker.

Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True

There are things (possible careers) that I love, but that don't pay enough money.

Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True

I can accept making mistakes and having failures.

Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True

I am not driven by perfection.

Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True

I enjoy working on deadlines.

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I am self-directed and self-disciplined.

Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True

I would prefer to have a low paying job that I 'love' to a high paying job that I 'hate.'

Less True - 1 2 3 4 5 - More True

I embrace and thrive on change.

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I am not driven by others' opinions and comments.

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I have 'chutzpah.'

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I work well under pressure.

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I enjoy challenges.

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Financial security is not as important to me as fulfillment and happiness.

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I feel I have control over my future and can make it 'happen.'

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I tend to have my own high standards.

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I am lively and energetic.

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I have the ability to see things, problems, or situations in different ways from others.